BC-ADM - Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management
- Cost: $600-$900
- Renews every 5 years
COURSE FORMAT
About
The Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) certification validates the knowledge and skills of healthcare providers working in advanced diabetes management. The Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE) offers the BC-ADM exam, accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) .
Course Format
Exam Format
The Examination consists of a written test with 175 multiple-choice, objective questions administered over three and a half (3.5) hours. Of these, 150 questions are scored, while 25 serve as pre-test items. The inclusion of pre-test questions enables the collection of valuable statistical data on new items, but they do not contribute to an individual’s Examination score. The major exam content are as follows:
Assessment and Diagnosis (45)
Planning and Intervention (50)
Evaluation and Follow-Up (34)
Population Health, Advocacy, and Professional Development (21)
Test Process
Candidates may choose to take the exam by either testing at a Meazure Testing Center or testing by Live Remote Online Proctoring (LRP). Candidates should thoroughly review the information on testing choices to determine which one is best for them.
Please visit Meazure Learning’s website for the latest updates on test site closures and flexible scheduling options.
Applicants may register for the exam after receiving a Notice to Schedule Examination email from PSI.
Exam Day Instructions
Arrive at the testing center before exam time
Bring a government-issued photo ID
Examinees may not bring personal items, calculators, phones, notes, food, or beverages into the test center
After completing the exam and evaluation, candidates must report to the proctor to receive their score reports. Scores are released only to the candidate in written form, either in person, by U.S. mail, or by email, and are never given over the phone or by fax; if a score report is not received, candidates should contact CBDCE at [email protected].
For Live Remote Online Proctoring (LRP), applicants must use a computer with a camera, microphone and internet connection.
Exam Day Instructions
Click the link in the confirmation email to go to the Scantron platform
The system performs a System Requirement Check
Complete the check-in process with an ID check and environment check
When the exam is finished, candidates will see their results displayed onscreen, followed by an email with the official score report. Results are provided only to the candidate and are never shared by phone or fax; if a report is not received, candidates should contact CBDCE at [email protected]
Certification
Eligibility
To be eligible to take the BC-ADM exam, applicants must meet one of the following license and education requirements:
An active RN or advanced practice nursing license with a master’s degree or higher in a related educational, clinical, or management area
An active dietitian license or registration with a master’s degree or higher in a related area
An active pharmacists license with a master’s degree or higher in Pharmacy
An active Physician Assistant license with a master’s degree or higher in a related educational, clinical, or management area
An active MD or DO license with an MD or DO degree
In addition, applicants must have completed 500 clinical practice hours within the previous 48 months of application.
Renewal
BC-ADM certification is valid for 5 years. Renewal applicants are encouraged to apply for renewal at least 6 months before expiration and no later than 30 days before expiration. To be eligible for renewal, applicants must:
Hold an active RN, RD, RPh, PA, or MD/DO license in the U.S. or the legal equivalent in another country
Hold a current BC-ADM certification
Have 1,000 hours of practice in advanced diabetes management during the 5-year certification period
Complete the professional development requirements
Pay the renewal fee ($500 for 2026)
Comply with the renewal audit, if selected during application process.
Continuing Education
Certification holders must complete at least 75 CE hours each cycle.
Required: Participate in CE activities on the ADA Standards of Care in Diabetes twice per renewal cycle (virtual or in-person).
Encouraged but optional CE topics: education strategies, diabetes technology, leadership/strategy, population health, or diversity/equity/inclusion.
Other CE hours can be chosen by the certificant, as long as they meet CBDCE guidelines (diabetes-related, recognized providers, etc.).
Refer to the CDCES website for full information on professional development categories.
Other Resources
The CBDCE provides several resources to help prepare for the BC-ADM exam, including:
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I find updated information on BC-ADM Certification?
Please see the CBDCE website for the most updated details regarding BC-ADM Certification questions.